What does the acronym GMP mean?
The term GMP, a contraction of Good Manufacturing Practices, refers to the Good Manufacturing Practices of cannabidiol. We also talk about GMP for French translation. This label was ordered by the ANSM, the National Agency for the Safety of Medicines and Health Products.
This is an international quality and safety standard which applies in particular to the pharmaceutical, food and cosmetic industries.
In our case, when it comes to CBD, the application of GMP standards guarantees that the product is manufactured under controlled and regulated conditions, thus ensuring its quality, safety and its efficiency. This certification can only be obtained if the manufacturer respects a strict protocol and attests to:
- The method of obtaining raw materials,
- Methodical record keeping,
- Good staff training,
- Compliance with hygiene standards and procedures,
- Validation of the manufacturing process,
- Uniformity between different batches,
- Complete quality control,
- An efficient and transparent batch recall procedure…
At 321CBD, our ethics include rigorous selection of the products we sell. Sometimes, the final tests carried out on a CBD product do not guarantee a respectful product throughout its manufacturing process.
Good to know: like many certifications, GMP/GMP can be a long and costly process for manufacturers. This can represent a barrier for small producers or independents.
Why be interested in CBD GMP?
If you want to be sure that you are consuming 100% pure and natural CBD flower, the presence of this label is a good indicator of quality. The BPF, or GMP, label gives you the certainty that your CBD product offers you quality, safety of consumption, as well as maximum effectiveness.
Here's what the GMP standard offers in the world of CBD.
Quality standards
GMP standards require strict controls at every stage of CBD production. This includes, for example, evaluating the purity, potency and consistency of CBD.
The manufacturer must document and follow each step, in accordance with established protocols. This makes it possible to obtain homogeneity in quality with each new production, so as not to disappoint the consumer.
Consumer security
Since it is a direct consumption, whether it is an oil or a CBD flower, the latter can have impacts on health if chemicals are ingested regularly.
Thus, GMP standards aim to minimize the risks of contamination, mixtures or errors during the production or harvest process. Manufacturers that meet GMP, or GMP, standards must therefore have clean and well-maintained facilities, properly calibrated equipment and identical training procedures for potential employees.
GMP-compliant CBD products are regularly tested for the presence of products such as pesticides, residual solvents, heavy metals and even micro-organisms…
Legal compliance of CBD products
At 321CBD, we only sell products that comply with French legislation. The GMP standard allows us to ensure this compliance, in accordance with the ANSM, which requires complete and precise documentation of all aspects of production to benefit from complete traceability of each product based on CBD.
The labels affixed to CBD oils meeting these standards therefore contain 100% accurate information on composition and origin. Indeed, according to a study, 70% of online products do not contain the amount of cannabidiol mentioned on the label. The effectiveness of a product, and its effect on stress or well-being, depends in particular on its CBD content. It is therefore essential for the end consumer to have accurate information.
In addition, in the event of a problem, this traceability makes it possible to efficiently withdraw products from the market and quickly identify the source of the problem.
Other benefits for consumers
Consumers can have more confidence in the quality and safety of CBD products manufactured according to GMP standards.
For us, this is especially important if you use CBD for therapeutic purposes.
In summary, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliant CBD is produced under strict quality and safety standards, ensuring that the product is pure, effective and free of harmful chemicals.
At 321CBD, we only work with French, Italian and Swiss suppliers who ensure complete traceability of their products, with supporting proof. We also carry out validations through an independent laboratory test and an internal audit.
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